The Newport Fire Department is investigating a house fire that went to a second alarm Tuesday morning.

The fire department received a call at 6:33 a.m. for a reported building fire on Sandy Lane. While en route, a firefighter reported smoke showing from the area near Newport Middle-High School and requested a first alarm.

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Upon arrival, crews found a single-story ranch home with attached garage that had heavy fire through the roof on the back of the building. A second alarm was requested.

A cat was recovered from the basement alive. When the homeowner arrived at the scene, she informed the crews that two additional cats and a dog were still missing. The dog was located on the first floor after the fire was under control, wet and cold but alive, and was taken to a veterinarian for evaluation.

Crews from multiple agencies assisted with the fire. It was deemed under control by 7:43 a.m. and the scene was cleared by 11:08 a.m.

The is believed to have been caused by electrical wiring in the basement. Anyone with further information regarding the fire is asked to contact fire Chief Wayne Conroy at 603-863-1416.